1959 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2010 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2010 Peugeot 307 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Aston Martin DB4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Aston Martin DB4 would be higher. At 3,670 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Aston Martin DB4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Aston Martin DB4 (314 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 2010 Peugeot 307. (139 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 2010 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 247 kg more than 1959 Aston Martin DB4.
Because 1959 Aston Martin DB4 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Aston Martin DB4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Peugeot 307, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1959 Aston Martin DB4 (377 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Peugeot 307. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Peugeot 307. 2010 Peugeot 307 has automatic transmission and 1959 Aston Martin DB4 has manual transmission. 1959 Aston Martin DB4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Peugeot 307 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1959 Aston Martin DB4 | 2010 Peugeot 307 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Peugeot |
Model | DB4 | 307 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3670 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 314 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 377 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.8:1 |
Top Speed | 246 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1251 kg | 1498 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2610 mm |